Mrs Cantwell Visits Mrs King in Roff
Mrs Leroy Cantwell visited Monday with Mrs A B King in Roff.
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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1956
Page
5
Mrs Leroy Cantwell visited Monday with Mrs A B King in Roff.
Mrs W E McCullar and her sister Mrs Jean Rushing visited Monday with Mrs J S Stanfield and Mrs Arno Griffith for a social gathering.
Mrs Leroy Cantwell helped honor Mrs Earlene Straub at a pink and blue shower held Thursday afternoon at the First Baptist Church in Roff Oklahoma.
Thursday evening guests at the Leroy Cantwell home included Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cantwell of Lightning Ridge and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Morrison.
Mrs Earl Stewart and her daughter visit with Mrs J S Stanfield, Mrs Alma Dunn and sister Mrs Jewell Garrett of Seminole Texas. Mrs Garrett is a house guest of her sister Mrs Dunn.
Grace Johnson and May enjoyed a recent visit at the Leroy Cantwell residence with shared TV programs. The occasion highlighted hospitality and family warmth in the community setting.
Mrs Arno Griffith attended the funeral Saturday in Ada for Oma E. Jamar a cousin by marriage.
Miss Mary Dunn and Merlene Kinsey of Vaness spent an afternoon with Mrs. Alma Dunn and her houseguest, Mrs. Jewell Garrett.
Mayberry Tilley and Alonzo Tilley visited Stratford resident J. S. Stanfield on Sunday afternoon.
Sunday afternoon Mrs. Grace Johnson and May accompanied Mrs. Evert Summers and Joe to Roff to visit in the Walter Simmons home with Mrs. Nettie Hodges Phyllis Roberta and Mrs. Nettie Summers. Mrs Walter Simmons a niece of Mrs Johnson has been in Valley View Hospital but was expected home Monday.
Mrs Walter Simmons and her sister Mrs Bernard Williams were noted as visitors traveling from Houston Texas. The fragment notes their stay and references their connection to the Simmons household.
Mrs Albert Cassiday of Fitts town Mrs W D Floyd and baby of Ada and Mrs Virgil Haines of Union Hill were recent guests in the home of Mr and Mrs Evert Summers.
Mr and Mrs Jimmie Ownbey spent several days with his father B B Ownbey before leaving early Saturday for their home in Arizona.
Mrs B B Ownbey remains at the bedside of her mother in Tucson Arizona where the family is gathered for the illness. The notice cites the ongoing health concern and family support in the Arizona city.
Two young wolf pups and their mother were spotted drinking at a farm pond within 200 yards of the Griffiths home. Hounds failed to trail them after a three hour delay amid dry weather.
Parish families and friends visit relatives during weekend gatherings. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dryden and family of Lawrence spoke with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dryden Friday evening. Mrs. Pearl Gray and children visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wood of Stratford Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Troy Miller and Clara spent Sunday with their daughter and family Mr and Mrs Bob Crowder in Midwest City.
Haskell Fox of Oklahoma City spent three weeks visiting relatives in Summers Chapel and nearby areas and returned home Sunday. His sister Cynthia Jo had gone home the week before.
Mr and Mrs Jim Kight of Galey visited their daughter Mrs Mae Edwards Friday evening reflecting a family gathering in a small community.
Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson and Irene visited Ardmore on Saturday with their daughter and Mr and Mrs Thomas Taylor and their children.
Mrs Virgie Pennington and her mother Mrs Jeffie Maddox of Gaar Corner visited Fort Worth Sunday to attend the funeral of Mrs Cleverman, sister in law of Mrs Maddox. They returned home early in the week.
E. C. Cavener and H. R. visited Ada residents Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Cavener and their boys Saturday. The Caveners, along with Mr. and Mrs. John Wood and Charles, left Sunday morning for Colorado to spend their vacation.
Mr and Mrs Lavern Farmer of Ada visited his parents Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer on Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. W N Isaacs and Mrs. Clara Wood hosted visitors Monday. Their guests included Mr. and Mrs. P O Henson and grandson Donnie, along with other unnamed relatives.
Ollie Tucker of Summers Chapel, Mrs. Clareta Gray and children, Donnie Wilson of Oil Center, Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Tucker and girls of Galey, and Mrs. Hazel Melton and boys are listed in a regional notice.
Mrs. Elma Law, Mrs. Iva Carson, and Irene were Thursday dinner guests of Mrs. Ethel Keef in Ada.
Bennie Farmer and sons Gary and Elton of Union Hill along with Virgil Farmer and son Gerald Lynn visited Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer and their family Sunday, according to local report.
Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington and sons and Miss Vasto Pennington were dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Lester Elmore of Stratford Sunday.
Percy Richardson of Ada visited Wayne Farmer on Monday evening, sharing time and conversation in the town.
Mr and Mrs Gene Folsom of Duncan called on Mr and Mrs M D Edwards Thursday.
Mr and Mrs Clyde McReynolds of Oklahoma City and Mrs Norman Grider and son Maurice Doyne of Tuscaloosa Ala visited in the home of Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington. The two women are sisters of Woodrow Harris of Stockton Calif who visited in the Pennington home the past week.
Mr and Mrs M D Edwards and their family attended camp meeting in Oklahoma City Sunday evening and Sunday night noting community worship and faith gathering in the city.
Alvie Miller and Wayne Farmer called on W. N. Isaacs Sunday. The visit is noted in local society notices.
Mrs Elma Law and Max, John Law of Ada, and Mrs Iva Carson and Irene were fishing in the Isaacs pond on Wednesday.
Mrs. Lilly Miller and Mrs. Hazel Melton were gathering plums Monday morning.
Mr and Mrs Frank Dryden attended a revival near Galey on Monday night led by evangelist Armstead Wood from California.
The Ada gathering for the REA drawing and business meeting included Neal McDonald, Mrs. Lilly Miller, Mrs. Elma Law, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Pennington, Mrs. Clara Wood, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Lamb, E. C. Cavener, Mr. and Mrs. John Wood, Mrs. Virgie Pennington and Vineta, Mrs. Iva Carson, Mrs. Pearl Gray, Frank Dryden, Miss Ruby Dryden, Florence Isaacs, and Vasto Pennington.
The cick list names three individuals Janie Farmer Glenn Dryden and Lee Farmer. Their inclusion suggests a public notice or roster listing from the local paper.
Mrs. Cora Davis of Ada visited her sister Mrs. Iva Carson and Irene on Sunday in a brief family gathering.
Mrs Mildred Clay came home Saturday evening after spending a week in Oklahoma City with friends.
Dave Cummings of Latta called on W. N. Isaacs Thursday evening.
Mrs Minnie Melton and her son of Wilson visited Mr and Mrs A L Melton Thursday.
Florence Isaacs and Doyne along with Mr and Mrs Vernon Gray and their children spent Sunday with J A Patton of Oklahoma City, visiting in the Oklahoma home.
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Tucker of Summers Chapel visited Glenn and Ruby Dryden Sunday evening for an informal call and friendly chat.
Mr. and Mrs. Milo Pennington and Vineta visited Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Maddox of Gaar Corner Friday night.
Mr and Mrs Frank Dryden visited Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker on Thursday night in a short social outing.
Mr and Mrs W C Kettler of Asher were guests of Mrs Mae Edwards on Monday.
Rev Pendley of Oil Center and his daughter with Mr and Mrs Ed Haynes and their Dallas children fished at Isaacs pond Saturday morning.
Mrs. Elma Law attended the funeral of Oma Jamar in Ada on Saturday, reflecting local mourning and family notices amid community tributes.
Steven Gray spent Friday with his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Isaacs, visiting and enjoying family time.
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Law and Max and John Law of Ada visited Mrs. Nancy Newby of Oil Center. Also visiting was Mrs. Florence Wren of Stratford, sister of Mrs. Newby.
Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Isaacs and Mrs. Clara Wood called on Mr. and Mrs. Tude Holland in Cushman Corner, sharing a social visit.
Mr and Mrs Darrell Herrison and family of Lawton visited the Troy Millers Sunday but found everyone gone after preparing themselves some dinner.
Mrs Frank Dryden has visited daily over the past week with her parents Mr and Mrs. The brief items note ongoing family visits and daily social routine within the community.
Jim Magar of Oil Center is described as not feeling well. No further medical details are provided.
Mrs Ann Wilson and her children spent a pleasant Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs W N Isaacs, enjoying their hospitality.
Mrs Mae Edwards attended a community sale in Ada Tuesday with her parents Mr and Mrs Jim Kight of Galey.
Mrs. Clara Wood spent time Tuesday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dryden in their home, sharing conversation and hospitality during the visit.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Taylor and family of Ardmore spent Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson and Irene.
Mrs. Lorraine Pennington and Wayland Pennington and Miss Vasto Pennington visited Mrs. Lester Elmore of Stratford Friday.
Mr and Mrs Tom Burch called on Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer.
Barbara and Charles Crowder of Midwest City spend a few days with their grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Troy Miller.
Mr and Mrs Fred Gray and their family were supper guests of Mr and Mrs Oren Gray in Center Wednesday night sharing a polite visit and a meal with the hosts.
Mrs Hazel Melton and Mrs Edna Hoock of Oklahoma City visited Florence Isaacs on Saturday. The gathering included the Meltons and Hoock with Isaacs at her home.
Larry and Gary Gray spent Thursday night and Friday with Mike and Rodney Gray of Oil Center.
Mr and Mrs Jim Kight of Galev visited Mrs M D Edwards and Shirley on Tuesday reaching out to different neighbors.
Mrs Mildred Clay visited Mr and Mrs E C Clay of Stratford on Sunday evening.
The Dryden family hosted visitors from Lawrence on Friday, spending time with Glenn and Ruby Dryden in a local gathering.
Mrs Elma Law with Max and Miss Irene Carson traveled to Sulphur on Saturday to bring J W Law back home. He had been working there.
Mrs Virgie Pennington Vi neta and Mrs Mildred Clay visited Mr and Mrs J E Maddox of Gear Corner Saturday night in a social call.
Rev Bert Jones Rev Luther Wilson and son Donnie of Oil Center and Haskell Fox were fishing in the Isaacs pond Saturday evening.
Mr and Mrs Bobby Hoock of Oklahoma City spent the weekend with her sister Mr and Mrs A L Melton and boys.
Neta called on Mrs. Clara Wood and Florence Isaacs Wednesday morning.
Mr and Mrs Tom Riley and Mr and Mrs Woodrow Harris with family of Stockton California left for home Thursday morning after spending the past few days here visiting Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington and other relatives.
Mr and Mrs Danny Hightower of Oklahoma City visited her parents Mr and Mrs Virgil Farmer on Wednesday.
Miss Vasto Pennington was Thursday dinner guest of Mr and Mrs Claude Pennington of Ada.
Miss Irene Carson visited Mrs Alfred Pennington on Tuesday evening in a social call, with local neighbors noting the cordial exchange and courteous greetings between the households.
Mrs Mildred Clay and Vineta Pennington called on Mayrene Farmer Sunday at her home, sharing greetings and notes of friendship.
Mr and Mrs Hubert Parkins and their daughters from Sulphur spent Friday visiting Lee Farmer.
The McLish Home Demonstration Club gathered July 17 in the home economics cottage. Opal Brents led devotion and prayer, Mabel McNeil led singing, new member Ruth Dandris attended, Polly Harden chaired plans for serving and buffet arrangements, gifts were exchanged during the social hour. Hostesses Elsie Weaver and Susan Whitwell served refreshments to members and guests.
Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Posey and daughters Sue and Ann visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Brents in Sentinel. Mr. Posey is a brother of Mrs. Brents.
Mr and Mrs Bob Swartz and their children from St Louis Oklahoma visited the Carlton Corbin family on Sunday in a social call near town.
Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Corbin were in Chillicothe Missouri on business and stopped overnight in Everest Kansas to visit Mr. and Mrs. Keith on their return trip.
The Swartz family visited St. Joseph Missouri to view the new American Aberdeen Angus headquarters. On returning home they learned their daughter Tony had light appendicitis during a West Coast trip. Tony saw a Tulsa doctor who advised local care. She had surgery Wednesday and was released Friday and is doing well.
Mr and Mrs Coy Byrd and family of Stonewall Mr and Mrs J C Credduck and children of Anson Tex Mr and Mrs Velmar Sanders and boys of Ada Mr and Mrs Homer Jumper and Mary Ellen had supper in the Troy Sherrill home recently.
Mr and Mrs M D Westmore of Ada visited her brother and family Jake Phillips on Sunday for a family gathering in the local area.
Sunday guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Spurgen of Konawa, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Haines of Ada, and Mrs. Ruby Edwards with her son T. P. of Ada, visiting the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. N. Clampitt.
Mr and Mrs C H Lee visited Mr and Mrs Jim Dorhety of Wilson on Monday. Mr and Mrs Albert Wilson and daughter Kay were in Ada Monday.
Doyle Simmons came back to his hometown after spending two weeks with his brother in Parma Missouri.
Mrs Lonnie Cradduck and Carolyn of Pauls Valley stayed with George Cradduck in Pauls Valley while Lonnie Cradduck is treated at Valley View Hospital. Bertha Wright, Carolyns cousin, also stays there. They moved from Fairfax before Lonnie fell ill and was admitted on Friday July 13.
Mrs L B Alexander and Mr and Mrs Mick OBrien hosted a barbeque supper for Mickey Alexander on his third birthday from Tuesday through Thursday. The event took place at his aunt Mrs Parker’s home in Ada, Dallas Texas was nearby earlier.
Mrs. Elease Laxton and her children moved into the Bryan O'Neal house located just north of the Harden City post office after relocating from Lindsay.
Melton Brown and his San Antonio family spent a 10 day leave with Mr and Mrs Calvin Brown. They traveled to Plainview Texas to visit son James his wife and their child then returned home Monday.
Mr and Mrs Ray Morris and their son Larry Max from California visited part of last week in the home of Mrs Wendell Harris and family, sister of Mrs Morris.
David Logan spent the past week in Chickasha at the home of his sister Mrs. Bob Thompson and her family.
The Ada community mourns O. E. Jamar, a former McLish High School teacher, and recalls his prominence in local life. Mrs. Jamar is noted as his widow and the couple were well known in the area.
A Cedarville fellowship meeting south of Davis brought together young people. The swimming and skating party was sponsored by Joe Howry and Mr and Mrs George Howry and Mr and Mrs Jack Howry.
Mr and Mrs E T Boydston and children Darlene and Bob traveled to Holdenville last Thursday to bring his mother home after she had spent the past week with them.
Mr and Mrs J C Craddock and family vacationing here spent Tuesday night with his sister Mrs Dora Jumper. They toured several Arkansas sites on Wednesday before returning to Anson Texas.
From Gardenia California Mrs. Betty Moore and her children arrived to stay with her parents Mr. and Mrs. L R Harris for a month. Also visiting are Dorothy and family of Alabama, John and family of Borger Texas, Ruby Byrd and husband of Cromwell. Jennie Harris the youngest daughter is spending time with relatives.
A family gathers during a free hour from work at the parents’ home to enjoy a reunion. Two sons Henry and his wife of Tulsa and Jim with family from Lake Jackson plan to join later, strengthening kinship ties.
Mr and Mrs E E Schneider hosted over the weekend for a visit from Mr and Mrs Jack Moore and their Wichita Kansas children.
Mr and Mrs Velmar Sanders and their boys from Ada visited the Homer Jumper home Saturday night for a short call in the evening dash indicating friendly neighborhood hospitality.
Mr and Mrs Ray Stevens of Norman visited over the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs J L Delaplain. Mrs Stevens and Mrs Delaplain attended the Ada funeral of O E Jamar on Saturday.
Mr and Mrs W E Patton and Frank and Judy visited Oklahoma City last week to have two moles removed from Frank's face.
Roger Wright of Seminole visited with Harold and Lee Jackson at the barber shop as a new front porch was announced.
Janice Newcomb of Ada spent two weeks with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John Brents. Saturday afternoon the group visited Sulphur with Janice and Kay Wilson swimming and skating while the women watched.
Jerald Barnes and his sons visited Mrs. Campbell and her husband Mr. Cecil Campbell in Oklahoma City last week to spend time with their grandparents.
Etta, Jimmy and Sy Hines Jr. of Ardmore are spending a few days with their grandfather, Claude Bland.
The George Reeds sold their north town property to H. C. Bennett. The Reeds already moved after purchasing land in Ada, while the Bennett family hails from Connerville.
Mr and Mrs Rastus Davis of Tupelo and Mr and Mrs Richard Davis of Longview Texas were dinner guests of their parents Mr and Mrs Ab Davis.
Rev and Mrs Max Philp with their children were in Oklahoma City Friday indicating a church or community visit. The family’s presence suggests a local engagement or event in the city.
Mr and Mrs John Ray Crabtree visited his uncle John Crabtree at Valley View Hospital on Sunday afternoon. John Crabtree is a patient and scheduled for surgery in about three weeks.
Mr and Mrs Don Barrick and Nola hosted Sunday dinner for Mr and Mrs Kenneth Harden of Pontotoc. The gathering included local relatives and friends and reflected a warm family visit.
Mr and Mrs D W Maloy attended the funeral of Paul Maloy in Seminole Illinois services were held Saturday afternoon Sunday School and church services were well attended Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Wilson Jones and daughter Gloria of Longview Texas visited brother D W Maloy on Saturday night for the funeral of Paul Maloy.
Revival services are held each evening at 8 p.m. at Stonewall Assembly of God Church with children’s services at 7 30 led by Pastor F J Flowers and Evangelist J F Foster. Everyone is invited to attend.
Mr and Mrs Jake Johnston and daughter Mary Sue spent time with Cordie Davis her sister on Wednesday visiting relatives and sharing news in a family gathering with relatives.
Talbert Thompson of Cookeville Tennessee and Mrs Ellen Cantwell of Ada visited with their cousin Mrs Cordie Davis on Tuesday.
Mr and Mrs Junior Cannon and their children of Oklahoma City are here visiting with friends and relatives.
Those who visited in the Troy Reed home last Sunday were his parents Mr and Mrs Other Reed a sister Arlie a brother Odus all of Ashland a sister and family Mr and Mrs Junior Cannon and children of Oklahoma City a brother and family Sgt and Mrs Vernon Reed and children of Iowa Sgt Reed has a 30 day leave and will return to Korea after his furlough.
Arvel Davis assists his father W. J. Davis of Stone wall in remodeling their house during the current week. The project involves interior improvements and general renovation work.
Miss Arlie Reed of Ashland visits with her brother and his wife Mr and Mrs Troy Reed this week, staying with the family and sharing time together.
Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Jordan of Pontotoc visited Mrs. Annie Rose on Friday in a local social call.
Mary Sue of Lula and her sister Mrs Arvel Davis spent Sunday evening visiting a cousin Carr Thompson in Valley View Hospital Ada. The report notes family gathering and hospital location.
Mrs Carmie Treas of Ahloso visited Arvel Davis on Sunday afternoon. They spent the afternoon eating watermelon and reminiscing about old school days.
Mrs. Hagler visited Mrs. Annie Rose in Oklahoma City on Friday. The pair, former classmates from Blue Mound School, expressed happiness at reconnecting and sharing memories during their visit.
Mr and Mrs D W Maloy called on friends in Roff Sunday. Mrs Maloy formerly resided in Roff.
Mr and Mrs Arvel Davis visited Joe and Ellen Cantwell in Ada Sunday morning, sharing time together in a neighborhood social call.
Mr. and Mrs. Troy Reed and their sons Jimmie and Donnie visited Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Stephens Saturday evening and enjoyed eating homemade ice cream.
Mrs. Flora Hegar and her son Bob with granddaughter Kay Holloway called on the Arvel Davis family Monday delivering greetings and meeting relatives.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Loman visited the Louie Moshier home Saturday night and they all enjoyed eating homemade ice cream.
In the heat a craving for cold drinks and homemade ice grows. Residents seek refreshing options as temperatures stay high and dry across the region.
Mr and Mrs Louie Ray Moshier of Wichita Kansas visited in the home of his parents Mr and Mrs Louie Moshier this weekend.
Mrs Ruth Stephens and Mrs Minnie Malov called on Mrs Cord ie Davis Friday morning, leaving a brief social visit note in the local column.
Mrs. B M Stephens visited in the Edd Stephens home at Pecan Grove Monday afternoon.
Cordie Davis spent Monday afternoon in the company of Mrs Fay Loman, sharing time and conversation in a casual visit.
Sixty nine attended Sunday School at the Westview Baptist Mission with forty four at Training Union. Chris and John Earl Levick, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Granville Levick, spent last week with Grandmother Bennett in Lawton.
Linda Jo Cantrell has spent the past two weeks with the Nelson family. She is from Miami Oklahoma.
Bob Webb of Pickett has been staying with his brother Smokey Webb in Ada while working there.
Daughters of Mr and Mrs Leon ard Webster of Fort Worth spent the weekend in town and attended services at Westview Church where their father serves as pastor.
Vacation Bible School at Westview Mission begins August 6 after a summer postponement due to the building program. Some new classrooms are in use and all spaces will be ready by opening day. All children are invited to attend.
Mr and Mrs Dewain Shaw and Denise spent Sunday with the Nelsons and attended church at the Southwest Church of Christ in the local area.
Mr and Mrs J C Neal and Leonard Williams bought a place at Cement and spent Wednesday in the Stone home. Linda Williams is spending the summer with her sister.
Dewain and Denise Shaw visited Dewain's parents Mr and Mrs Joe Shaw on Sunday afternoon amid circulating chatter about a forthcoming redding in November.
Mrs. Colby Nelson and Donna with Mar gie and Thoms Roy spent Monday at the Nelson residence. Mrs. Odus McGalliard and Kay along with Jackie and Butch visited the Nelsons that morning.
Mrs Henry visited her sister Mrs Fike on Monday.
Mrs Keith visited Mrs Cruce Nolen Friday night, according to a brief social note. The item records a friendly social call between two local residents.
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Drennan organized voters to the polls on Tuesday despite high temperatures, demonstrating active civic participation in the local election.
Mrs. A. E. Nolen visited Mrs. Sadie Keith Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Garrett from Compton Calif visited his sister Mrs. Kenneth Fike and family Friday.
Mrs Rose Nolen and Mrs Helen Fike visited Mrs Ballard in Ada. This brief social item notes the visit by two residents, highlighting local social ties and community activity.
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